Search The New South Wales police have statutory powers relating to the questioning, arrest and search of persons suspected of having committed a criminal offence. Three are also laws in places that protect the individual’s rights by providing...
What is Self-Defence? Self-defence is a common defence that can raised as an issue within many criminal cases. For example, self-defence is a complete defence to murder and manslaughter in all jurisdictions. This entitles the accused to an...
Overview Since November 2016, a new law protects small businesses from unfair terms in standard form contracts. The Treasury Legislation Amendment Act 2015, applies to a standard form contract entered into or renewed on or after 12 November...
Termination of employment is a complex process that occurs when an employee’s employment with an employer ends. An employee’s employment may be terminated by way of: dismissal;resignation; orredundancy. The Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) provides rules in order...
General When a dispute arises, it is important to understand that litigation is not the only option for solving a conflict. Negotiation, settlement and mediation are some alternatives to litigation which the client should be made aware of....
